Which Items From Carrie Wong’s Wardrobe Spark Joy And What Kind Of Shirt Does Romeo Tan Hate?

We’re at the Spring/Summer 2019 launch of leather goods label Bonia with Romeo Tan and Carrie Wong, who’ve just been unveiled as the brand's first-ever celebrity ambassadors. The duo are looking dapper — Romeo in an uber-stylish light tan suit and Carrie in a pink blazer and pants combo that’s both sweet and sassy — perfect for the La Dolce Vita theme of the event.

We chat fashion, sparking joy and boyfriends with the duo.

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But first, a selfie.

Carrie and Romeo making suits look good.

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Carrie on the celeb which most inspires her style

"There's this Korean artiste, Lee Sung-kyung (who was in Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok-joo) — she is always my inspiration. She is as tall if not taller than me, and she’s kinda like me, as in not very lady-like with quite insane behaviour. (Laughs) She manages to pull off all these cool looks, and I really love her style."

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Romeo on his style inspo

"I get a lot of ideas from Instagram. I follow a lot of male models to get style inspiration. A place that inspires me when it comes to fashion is Omotesando in Tokyo. It's so stylish and yet Zen and quiet, and the stores are so fashionable."

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So do they think they're stylish?

Carrie: I think I'm okay. I keep my look simple 'cos I believe simple is classy. I also like wearing blazers. We have a lot of fancy hair and make-up for work, so I prefer to keep it clean and simple when I'm not working. I’m tall, so it’s pretty easy for me to pull off different styles.

Romeo: I wouldn’t say I’m very stylish, but after so many years in showbiz and trying out all kinds of outfits, I understand more about what looks work for me and what suits me and my body. For example, I don’t like turtleneck sweaters. I feel my neck is not very long and when I wear turtlenecks, it looks shorter.

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Romeo & Carrie in the campaign pics shot for Bonia — So is Rorie or Carmeo a thing now?

Bonia's Spring/Summer 2019 EAT Collection is about the lush colours of the Italian countryside and the flavours of Italy. Romeo and Carrie aren't quite in Tuscany, but we think these pics shot in our city state are verdant enough and kinda sizzling hot.

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On the things in their wardrobes that spark joy for them.

Carrie: To me, all my bags and shoes spark joy, every single day! Every single piece sparks joy. (Laughs) Even if I don’t use them and I just look at them, I’m like, 'Oh my God, you’re mine.' I’m very much a bag and shoes person, and the majority of my shopping budget is spent on bags and shoes. Yes, I have a big collection, and they can be luxury goods or things from the night market. As long as they are visually attractive to me, I'll get it!

Romeo: Shoes spark joy for me! I buy a lot of shoes, even though I’m not a caterpillar and only have two feet! (Laughs) My plain white tees also spark joy. I will not throw them away! They're so versatile. I wear them with casual, smart casual or formal outfits, and when they're worn out, can become pyjamas! (Laughs)

Carrie: So environmentally-friendly!

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How would they describe each other's style?

Carrie: Romeo is a very casual boy. His vibe is 'comfortable'. Just very simple and clean, and that's very good. 'Cos I don’t like complicated things, and when guys overdo it, I’ll be like... (Shudders)

8 DAYS: So is your boyfriend's style also like that, simple and uncomplicated?

Carrie: (Nods shyly) Yeah... (Laughs)

Romeo: Wah, wah, wah! Squeeze in [that question]! (Laughs) I think Carrie is very good at casual wear — she can wear a big piece of clothing....

8 DAYS: Like she can wear a big sack and still look good, right?

Romeo: Yes! 'Cos of her height, whatever she wears, she can pull off, even if she just wears slippers with her outfits.